There's a new decision-maker in town, and new Miami Dolphins general manager John-Eric Sullivan has been busy cutting costs this week. They've already said goodbye to four players, including a pair of Pro Bowl players in Tyreke Hill and Bradley Chubb.
Now, the Dolphins are preparing to cut bait with another star talent, even if he is a three-time All-Pro. Only, this time, instead of releasing him from the roster, the Dolphins are trying to get some trade compensation in return.
According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Dolphins are now fielding a trade offer for five-time Pro Bowl safety Minkah Fitzpatrick.
"Source: The Dolphins have had trade talks with teams regarding 5x Pro Bowl S Minkah Fitzpatrick. Miami released four players, including Tyreek Hill, earlier this week, and are in the early stages of resetting the roster under a new regime."
Jordan Schultz on Minka Fitzpatrick
Although Schultz didn't say it, if the Dolphins don't get a trade offer to their liking, there's always a possibility they decide to release Fitzpatrick as well. However, they naturally want to utilize any and all trading opportunities first.
Although the Dolphins will face a $12.9 million dead cap charge if they cut Fitzpatrick before June 1, they are hoping they find a trade partner for the 29-year-old New Jersey native. Releasing him now would only save a maximum of $5.8 million.
Thus, with the Dolphins putting the put-for-sale sign on one of their best defenders now, they have a better chance of getting some value in return than letting him leave for nothing.
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